Pyrenees "Classic Cols" Tour!
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You could explore new places on your own, but you’d miss out on so much! Take on the Cols of the Pyrenees with us and learn just how much exploring with a knowledgeable and professional Guide can add to your travel experience. It’s not just about the ride, it’s about delivering the entire experience that is the pyrenees!
8 Days / 7 Nights
2025 Tour Dates:
May 31 - June 7
&
Sept. 16 - Sept. 23
&
Oct. 1 - Oct. 8
Custom Tours Available!
Price From: $4215.00
(Prices in US Dollars)
Cyclist Level 3-4
Tour Highlights
- Unpack and settle into a week of boutique luxury at one of our preferred hotels, and only a short stroll to all these beautiful and authentic Pyrenees towns have to offer!
- Conquer the legendary Cols of the Pyrenees, including Tourmalet, Col d’Aubisque, Col de Aspin, Hautacam, and more!
- Enjoy the incredible and timeless local culinary experiences, and enjoy wines and beverages unique to this incredible region.
- Bask in the beauty that is the Pyrenees! Rolling hills, daunting mountains, quaint villages, lush farm lands, and breathtaking historical landmarks.
Itinerary
DAY 1 - Arrival Day & Bike Fit - Port de Bales
- Arrival: Pick up at Toulouse Airport or Train Station and transfer to your hotel in Bagneres de Luchon.
- Ride: A Bike fitting and warm up ride. Roll down 25km to Port de Bales, scenic climb, and roll back down to town for dinner!
- Meals: Dinner
- Destinations: Port de Bales, Siradan, Bourg-d’Queil, Luchon
- Accomplished: 67km / 42 miles, Elevation gain: 1440 metres / 4724 feet
- Accommodations: One of our preferred boutique hotels in Luchon.
DAY 2 - Portet-D'Aspet - Mente
- Ride: Two cols that are Tour favourites. The Portet-d’Aspet is where the Casartelli momunent is located.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Destinations: Portet-D’Aspet, Mente,
- Accomplished: 97km / 60 miles, Elevation gain: 2190 metres / 7,185feet
- Accommodations: One of our preferred boutique hotels in Luchon.
DAY 3 - Superbagnères - Hospice de France - Portillon
- Ride: 3 major climbs from Luchon in 1 day!
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Destinations: Superbagneres, Hospice de France, Col de Portillon
- Accomplished: 68km / 42 miles, Elevation gain: 2340 metres / 7677 feet
- Accommodations: One of our preferred boutique hotels in Luchon.
DAY 4 - Peyresourde - Azét
- Ride: Short day, transfer to Arreau via another two iconic cols!
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Destinations: Col de Peyresourde, Col d’Azet, Arreau
- Accomplished: 50km / 31 miles, Elevation gain: 1600 metres / 5249 feet
- Accommodations: One of our preferred boutique hotels in Arreau.
DAY 5 - Aspin - Tourmalet
- Ride: Transfer to Argeles-Gazost via Lamongie and the Tourmalet pass!
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Destinations: Lamongie, Col d’Aspin, Col du Tourmalet, Argeles-Gazost
- Accomplished: 78km / 48 miles, Elevation gain: 2140 metres / 7021 feet
- Accommodations: One of our preferred boutique hotels in Argeles-Gazost
DAY 6 - Soulor - Aubisque - Spandelles
- Ride: A trio of nice climbs which are among the most famous and scenic of the Pyrenees (possibility to shorten the day by skipping climbs)
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Destinations: Col de Soulor, Col d’Aubisque, Col de Spandelles
- Accomplished: 115km / 71 miles, Elevation gain: 2800 metres / 9186 feet
- Accommodations: One of our preferred boutique hotels in Argeles-Gazost
DAY 7 - Lac d'Estaing - Col des Bordères
- Ride: “Easier day” on these rolling climbs and coast back to town!
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Destinations: Arrens, Lac d’Estaing, Col des Borderes
- Accomplished: 42km / 26 miles, Elevation gain: 1000 metres / 3281 feet
- Accommodations: One of our preferred boutique hotels in Argeles-Gazost
DAY 8 - Hautacam - Luz-Ardiden
- Ride: Conquer two Famous mountain top finishes of the Tour!
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Destinations: Hautacam, Luz Saint Sauveur, Luz-Ardiden
- Accomplished: 87km / 54 miles, Elevation gain: 2650 metres / 8694 feet
- Accommodations: One of our preferred boutique hotels in Argeles-Gazost
DAY 9 - Au Revoir!
- Depart: Transfer to Toulouse, Bordeaux, or Lourdes
- Meals: Breakfast
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What's Included?
Industry Leading Support!
- Expert Guides that know the route, the history, and all the hidden gems to explore on your tour.
- 1 Guide for every 6 Guests
- 6 guests per support van
- Flexibility to personalize your daily ride and not affect the group
- Never worry about hydration, extra clothing, repairs, wheel replacement, etc. We have you covered!
Ultimate Culinary Experience!
- Breakfast and Lunch Daily
- 3 Exceptional Dinning Experiences
- Top Quality Performance Snacks, Hydration, Gels, Fruit and Pastries to keep you going our your adventures!
The Perfect Accommodations!
- Our Premium Accommodations are provided by some of Europe’s leading Boutique Hoteliers!
- We only book top quality accommodations that are located in the best locations to ensure our guests get the most out of their experience both on and off the bike!
- Secure Bike Storage and Parking available at all our Hotels!
Some Cool Gear!
- Your Very Own “TGE” custom Cycling Jersey, Water Bottle, and Synch Bag to keep of course!
- Rent from us and have the use of one of our Premium Carbon Road Bikes from our New Rental Fleet, featuring full Shimano Di2 groupset!
- Our Guest Concierge will pre-determine which of our bikes is the correct fit/geometry for you before you arrive!
